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SATO SW05-B-84140 Wax Thermal Transfer Ribbon 4.33" x 1476ft
The SATO SW05-B-84140 is a premium wax thermal transfer ribbon designed for high-volume barcode and label printing in industrial and desktop environments. Measuring 4.33" x 1476 feet, this ribbon delivers economical, reliable printing on coated paper substrates while maintaining sharp barcode reproduction and clear text output essential for warehouse, shipping, and retail operations.
Key Features
- Wax formulation optimized for cost-effective general-purpose printing
- 4.33" x 1476 ft dimensions for extended uninterrupted print runs
- Single ribbon per case wound on 1" inner diameter core
- Coated Side In (CSI) winding orientation for proper printer installation
- Halogen-free construction for environmental compliance
- Superior barcode scan rate reliability on paper label stocks
Technical Specifications
- Ribbon Width: 4.33 inches
- Ribbon Length: 1476 feet
- Material Composition: Wax
- Core Diameter: 1 inch inner diameter
- Winding Type: Coated Side In (CSI)
- Quantity per Case: 1 ribbon
Printer Compatibility
The SW05-B-84140 is compatible with the following SATO thermal transfer printers:
- SATO CL4NX Plus industrial printer (up to 5.04" ribbon width)
- SATO CL6NX Plus industrial printer (up to 5.04" ribbon width)
- SATO CT4-LX desktop printer (up to 4.37" ribbon width)
- SATO M84Pro industrial printer
Applications
This wax thermal transfer ribbon is ideal for general-purpose barcode and product labeling in:
- Warehouse and inventory management
- Shipping and logistics operations
- Retail point-of-sale environments
- Product identification and tracking
- Distribution and fulfillment centers
The wax composition delivers the lowest cost per print while maintaining reliable barcode scan rates on standard coated paper label stocks, making it the practical choice for high-volume printing operations where performance and economy must balance.
The SATO SW05-B-84140 represents the standard choice for organizations seeking economical thermal transfer ribbon solutions without compromising on barcode quality or scan reliability. The wax formulation is specifically engineered for coated paper substrates, which comprise the majority of industrial labeling applications. The 4.33" width aligns with common label standards, reducing waste and simplifying inventory management across SATO printer fleets.
The 1476-foot length on a single core minimizes ribbon changes during production runs, reducing downtime in high-throughput environments. For operations printing thousands of labels daily on standard paper stock, this ribbon delivers optimal cost-per-label economics while maintaining the barcode integrity necessary for supply chain operations.
